Margaret Thatcher cannot be forgotten in British history. The first female Prime Minister, who served her nation from 1979 to 1990, diminished the influence of trade unions, championed the cause of privatisation and never lost a war during her time. Thatcher, nicknamed the "Iron Lady" was leader of the Tory party and introduced a brand of politics known famously as "Thatcherism."
The research chemist, who was diagnosed with dementia in 2002, passed away on 8, April, 2013. But her legacy lives on in British politics. UK's current Prime Minister David Cameron is argued to be a great believer of Thatcherism, and on the former Prime Minister's death, Cameron paid a moving tribute in House of Commons. He said, "She was no starry-eyed internationalist, but again, her approach was rooted in simple, clear principles: strength abroad begins with strength at home; deterrence not appeasement. The importance of national sovereignty – which is why she fought so passionately for Britain's interests in Europe and always believed Britain should retain its own currency."
On her birth anniversary, we present you with a list of powerful, inspiring quotes by Ms. Thatcher.
"If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman."
"If you set out to be liked, you would be prepared to compromise on anything at any time, and you would achieve nothing."
"I've got a woman's ability to stick to a job and get on with it when everyone else walks off and leaves it."
"Look at a day when you are supremely satisfied at the end. It's not a day when you lounge around doing nothing; it's a day you've had everything to do and you've done it."
"No-one would remember the Good Samaritan if he'd only had good intentions; he had money as well."
"To those waiting with bated breath for that favorite media catchphrase, the U-turn, I have only this to say, 'You turn if you want; the lady's not for turning."
"I'm back... and you knew I was coming. On my way here I passed a cinema with the sign 'The Mummy Returns'"
